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Responsible GLP-1 Strategies: Structuring Benefits for Economic Viability and Proven Member Results

Dec 10, 2024
1:01:18

Episode Description

Leaders from Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CVS Caremark, Independent Health and Vori Health explore how healthcare leaders tackle members' weight management challenges by creating comprehensive programs that responsibly integrate GLP-1 medications while controlling costs.

Key Discussion Topics:

  • Benefit Design and Prior Authorization Programs: Crafting strategies to balance access and affordability.

  • Integrated, Whole-Person Care: Addressing weight management holistically to improve outcomes.

  • Leveraging Bright Spots: Applying successful approaches from other areas to optimize GLP-1 management.

  • Future Innovations: Exploring emerging opportunities to enhance weight management programs.

Panel:

Ryan A. Grant, MD, MS, MBA, FAANS, CEO and Co-Founder, Vori Health

Martin Burruano, Vice President, Pharmacy Services, Independent Health

Mark T. Jansen, M.D., Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, Arkansas BlueCross BlueShield

Ilona Smith, SVP of Employer, Government and Coalitions, CVS Caremark

Bios: https://www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com/events/responsible-glp-1-strategies-structuring-benefits-for-economic-viability-and-proven-member-results

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To request the whitepaper, Integrating GLP-1s into the Future of MSK Care, from our partner Vori, please submit this form: https://www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com/request-a-copy-of-the-integrating-glp-1s-into-the-future-of-msk-care/

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